Mohammed bin Salman has been visiting Egypt. Campaigners against the war in Yemen, in which Saudi Arabia has killed thousands of civilians using British and American weapons, say they will converge on Westminster to demand an end to the UK’s support. Mrs May is hoping that the government’s trading relationship with Saudi Arabia can be enhanced, particularly outside the EU after Brexit. Prince Mohammed bin Salman will have lunch with the Queen at Windsor Castle and dinner with the Prince of Wales at Clarence House. The prince’s visit is an acknowledgement of the role he is expected to play in the kingdom for the next…

Source: The Times March 07, 2018 00:00 UTC